These lovely images from Turtlemat are a masterclass in making the right first impression. Greenery around the front door creates a lovely rustic feel, but keep it in check to ensure it doesn’t swamp the front of your house. Painting the front door a soft sage-green creates a relaxed, country-feel, as does the vintage style iron wall light.
If your door leads straight into a room, such as a kitchen, rather than a hallway, make sure you have a sturdy doormat in place to stop any mud and dirt in its tracks and shake it out regularly to keep it looking spick and span. A dedicated area for stashing shoes and coats is useful if you have the space, even if it’s just a small coathook or storage box.
Don’t neglect the inside either, keep out the winter chill with a thick curtain across the door and keep a selection of large wicker baskets nearby for stowing away any potentially messy items like firewood or muddy boots. Written By Victoria Harrison Images: Turtlemat Original Source The Relaxed Home
